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IN SR0005
Resolution
AI Summary
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Urges Congress to propose a Constitutional amendment allowing states and Congress to reasonably regulate and limit spending on campaigns, elections, and ballot measures within their respective jurisdictions
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Cites concerns that U.S. Supreme Court decisions over the past five decades equating unlimited election spending with "free speech" have drowned out constituent voices, narrowed debate, and increased corruption risk
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Asserts Indiana's sovereign interest in fostering political debate, protecting free speech for all individuals, securing political equality, and guarding against corruption
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Directs the Secretary of the Senate to transmit copies to House and Senate leadership in Congress and all members of the Indiana Congressional delegation
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Passed the Senate Committee on Elections unanimously (8-0) on January 27, 2026
Legislative Description
Urging Congress to propose an amendment to the U.S. Constitution to establish that campaign and election spending may be regulated.
Last Action
Second reading: adopted voice vote
1/28/2026